Poland is building six new bypass routes in central regions to reduce urban traffic congestion and improve road safety.
Radomsko Bypass Under Construction
Among the key projects is the Radomsko bypass, designed as a new communication backbone for the southern part of the province. The bypass will be a single-carriageway road with two 3.5-meter wide traffic lanes and 0.75-meter wide hard shoulders, capable of handling vehicles including trucks with axle loads up to 11.5 tons.
The project involves rebuilding a section of national road No. 91 south of Radomsko and constructing a new bridge over the Warta river with animal migration features to minimize ecosystem impact. Safety improvements include optimized intersection geometry, clear signage, and collision prevention measures.
Budimex is implementing the project under a “Design and Build” contract, with the bypass expected to open to drivers in the second half of 2029.
Other Bypass Projects in Progress
For the Srock bypass, an application for a road investment permit (ZRID) was submitted at the end of last year. The route will run west of the town along national road No. 91, bypassing compact development. Construction is expected to begin after obtaining the ZRID decision, planned for the third quarter of this year, with 17 months for completion excluding winter periods.
Łowicz’s 10.8 km bypass will partially follow a new path and use existing sections of national roads No. 70 and 92. Starting in Nieborów on DK70, it will cross agricultural and forest areas, local roads, the Bzura river, and railway lines before connecting to DK92 and reaching the intersection with DK14 in Łowicz.
Environmental Approvals Underway
The Błaszki bypass has reached the preparatory stage, with an environmental decision issued on January 19 by the city mayor, allowing design work to begin. Technical documentation specifying the route, structural solutions, and work scope will be developed in the coming months.
For Wieluń, an environmental impact report was submitted to the City Office in November 2025. Both Wieluń and Błaszki expect to receive their environmental decisions in the second half of 2026, after which construction projects and ZRID permits can be obtained.
Regional Traffic Improvement Goals
The package of investments in the Łódzkie province aims to shift transit traffic away from city centers. This is expected to reduce noise and air pollution while significantly improving safety on streets currently serving as through roads.
For drivers, the benefits include more predictable travel times and reduced congestion at critical regional points. Local governments will have opportunities to reorganize urban spaces and reclaim streets for residents.
